Barcelona at Full Strength Ahead of Atlético de Madrid Clash
Final Training Session Before Key LaLiga Match
Barcelona's first team completed their final training session this Saturday ahead of their crucial LaLiga match against Atlético de Madrid, set to take place this Sunday at 9:00 PM (local time) at the Metropolitano. Hansi Flick’s squad trained with almost their full roster available, except for injured players Marc-André ter Stegen, Andreas Christensen, and Marc Bernal, who remain sidelined as they continue their recovery.
The session took place at the Tito Vilanova Field in the Joan Gamper Sports City, where the atmosphere was relaxed and filled with positive energy. One of the standout moments was the traditional celebratory tunnel of pats for full-back Gerard Martín, who received his first call-up to Spain’s U-21 national team. His teammates enthusiastically cheered for him, recognizing the significance of this milestone in his young career.
Young Goalkeeper Max Bonfill Joins Training
Another notable aspect of the session was the inclusion of 18-year-old goalkeeper Max Bonfill. The youth team shot-stopper had already trained with the senior squad in previous days and was once again brought into the session, signaling the coaching staff’s confidence in his development.
Hansi Flick’s team heads into this match in excellent form, riding a strong streak in LaLiga and solidifying their position at the top of the table. The clash against Atlético de Madrid is crucial for their title ambitions, as a victory would give them an advantage in the championship race and maintain their positive momentum this season.
Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid will look to capitalize on their home strength and bounce back from their recent elimination in the Champions League. Diego Simeone’s squad has been formidable at home, making this a high-intensity showdown at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
With this final training session completed, Barcelona is set for the challenge and will travel to Madrid with the determination to secure a result that brings them closer to their championship aspirations.